JOURNAL ARTICLE

Findings from Awad Hammad and Co-Researchers in the Area of Streptococcus constellatus Described (Ludwig's Angina and a Complicated Course of Streptococcus constellatus Management).

  • Published In: Mental Health Weekly Digest, 2025. P. 133 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on a case study of Ludwig's angina, a severe cellulitis affecting the floor of the mouth and neck, caused by the Gram-positive bacterium Streptococcus constellatus. It details the medical history of a 22-year-old transgender woman with multiple health issues, including pre-diabetes and alcohol use disorder, who presented with symptoms such as dysphagia and swelling. The treatment involved airway management, broad-spectrum antibiotics, surgical drainage, and dental procedures, ultimately leading to her recovery after a prolonged hospital stay. The research emphasizes the importance of source control and the need for early evaluations by specialists to manage such infections effectively. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Mental Health Weekly Digest. 2025/10, p133
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Consumer Health
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1543-6616
  • Accession Number:188416828
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